Highlights
- Rich program of social activities
- Ideal destination for young students and life-long learners
- Ample sunlit classrooms all equipped with pc\projector setting
- High rate of satisfied students choosing to return
Dante Alighieri Siena – Learning Italy
Learn Italian language and culture in Siena’s Gothic Dream
Founded in 1979, Dante Alighieri Siena has been offering the opportunity to fully immerse in the Italian language and culture in one of the most fascinating Italian cities of art, boasting an enviable standard of living. With its cozy, warm, and welcoming atmosphere, Siena is sure to win over the hearts of all students. Our dedicated staff and faculty will welcome you in our large and centrally located historical building, taking close care of every need and ensuring a supportive and nurturing environment.
Programmes offered
Dante Alighieri Siena - Learning Italy, employs a continuous enrolment system, enabling students to begin their courses every Monday. Our dedicated teachers, all native speakers, hold university degrees and have undergone specialized training in teaching Italian as a second language. The educational approach aligns with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages, featuring six levels, each further divided into two sub-levels. This ensures a more homogeneous level of knowledge among participants, while the small size of our classes (maximum 12 students) guarantees a high degree of personal attention.
Our Courses and Special Programs
Courses
- Italian Standard Language Course (20 group lessons per week)
- Combined Standard Language Course (20 group lessons + 4 private lessons per week)
- Combined Intensive Language Course (20 group lessons + 8 private lessons per week)
- Private individual lessons (on request)
- Mini-group lessons (1 to 3 participants, on request)
Language &... Programs
- Language & Cooking
- Language & Music
- Language & Culture
- Language & Mindfulness
Special Programs
- Siena Magnifica
- Alma Siena 50+
- One Month in Siena
Contact
- Luca Bonomi
- Via Tommaso Pendola 37, 53100 Siena (SI) - Italy
- +39 0577 49533
- info@learning-italy.it
- https://www.learning-italy.it/dante-alighieri-school-siena/
I cannot find fault with DA. A delightful 2 weeks – already planning my next visit.
Accommodation
- Shared apartment (maximum age 35 y.o.)
- Homestay with breakfast only (maximum stay 2 weeks)
- Homestay with breakfast & dinner
- Private apartment
- Residence
- Hotel
Dante Alighieri Siena – Learning Italy carefully chooses its homestay partners and landlords to guarantee good quality accommodations for our students during their language stay. Our housing options are strategically situated, with a maximum travel time of 15 minutes by public transportation from the city centre. The majority of our partners are conveniently located within a 10 to 15-minute walk from the school. All accommodations can be reserved from the Sunday preceding the course start to the Saturday following the course's conclusion.
Local area
Located in the enchanting heart of Tuscany, nestled between the Chianti region and the Val d'Orcia, Siena emerges as a jewel of Italian artistry. Its magnificent Cathedral, located in a setting of perfectly preserved medieval architecture, attracts millions of visitors into a world infused with history. The renowned Piazza del Campo, where the Palio horse race unfolds, has been a centre of excitement for almost four centuries.
Siena, with its 70,000 residents, emanates a cozy yet dynamic vibe, also thanks to the international atmosphere conveyed by the 780-year-old university, which serves as the cultural heart of the community. The city's safety and its walkable streets invite exploration, while numerous museums showcase impressive collections. Siena's province proudly boasts four UNESCO sites, contributing to the richness of this enchanting territory.
Strategically positioned for exploration, Siena is a gateway to Tuscany and beyond. Only an hour from Florence, two from Pisa, two and a half from Rome, and four from Milan, it serves as an ideal base for discovering the diverse wonders of Italy. Immerse yourself in Siena's timeless allure, where every corner tells a story and every step reveals the beauty of this historic city.
Exam options
Dante Alighieri Siena is an accredited centre for the administration of the P.L.I.D.A. certification of knowledge of Italian language issued by Società Dante Alighieri. The certification is recognized by the Italian Ministry of Education and can therefore exempt from the Italian language test needed to access Italian universities.
In the two-weeks prior to the exam sessions the school organizes specific preparatory courses to refine the students' preparation.
Additional information
Our mission is to foster a learning environment in which all students feel safe, welcome, and cared for, so as to provide the best learning experience.
The school's facility is large, equipped with an in-house professional kitchen where our chefs hold their cooking classes, and thanks to its dominant position overseeing the surrounding countryside, it gifts us and our students with postcard-like views.
The province of Siena is one of the most beautiful and renowned corners of Tuscany. Next to gems like San Gimignano, Monteriggioni, Montepulciano, and many other beautiful little towns, it has a lot to offer for the preferences of all kinds of students: hiking trails & biking routes, relaxing thermal springs & world-known wine producers, art & gastronomy, music & landscapes, tradition & culture.
Want to find out more about this school?
To find out more about this school or to book a course, contact the School today.